Security Check: Are You Ready for a Cyber Attack? [Infographic]

Doing business online has brought companies not only many opportunities but also many dangers. From attacks on Equifax to Instagram to even the IRS, cybercrime continues to threaten business information, company finances, online reputation, and relationships with customers. The growth in number and complexity of crimes means it’s no longer a matter of if your company will be attacked, but when.

As a small-business owner, you might think a cyber attack would never happen to you or, if it did, would have minimal consequences. Unfortunately, research shows that cyber attacks are a problem for small businesses too—last year alone, 61% of breaches impacted smaller businesses, costing them between $84,000 to $148,000 to rectify the situation. Financial damage is only one part of the equation, as companies also have to deal with the loss of information and trust with customers.

In this age, your organization’s success in the digital economy is tied to your cybersecurity practices. You need a sophisticated, layered strategy that is built into your company operations and takes preventative measures through your password practices, data protection, software, employee training, and compliance standards – all areas that are prone to a cyber attack entry.

Curious to see where your cybersecurity practices stand? Follow this infographic from Varonis to assess each step of your security and uncover any weak spots that need to be improved.